Lily Allen Challenges The Molotovs for Top Chart Position

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Published: February 3, 2026 5:37 AM ET

Lily Allen Challenges The Molotovs for Top Chart Position

Lily Allen faces significant competition as she strives for the top position on the charts. Her closest rival is the London duo The Molotovs, consisting of siblings Matthew and Issey Cartlidge, who currently sit in second place with their debut album, *Wasted On Youth*. This album is significant as their support slot on YUNGBLUD’s *IDOLS World Tour* approaches in April.

Notable Chart Rivals

Several other artists are making waves in the charts. Liverpudlian rock band Cast is set to achieve their highest-charting album in nearly three decades with their eighth studio release, *Yeah Yeah Yeah*, currently at Number 4. This album aims to replicate their best performance, which was a Number 3 spot with *Mother Nature Calls* in 1997.

Another noteworthy contender is Kula Shaker. Their eighth studio album, *Wormslayer*, has reached Number 5, potentially marking their best performance in 30 years since their debut album, *K*, topped the charts in 1996.

Returning Classics and Achievements

Michael Jackson’s compilation, *Number Ones*, initially released in 2003, is poised for a Top 10 comeback at Number 6, coinciding with the upcoming biopic about the legendary artist. Additionally, Francis Rossi, founder of Status Quo, could achieve a personal best with his new album, *The Accidental*, currently at Number 7. Texan artist Don Toliver aims for similar success with his fifth LP, *OCTANE*, tracking at Number 9.

Debut Opportunities

Only The Poets, a band from Reading, anticipates their debut album, *And I’d Do It Again*, could secure their first Top 10 spot at Number 10 as they prepare for their headline show at O2 Academy Brixton. Other notable mentions include Phil Collins, celebrating his 75th birthday on January 30, whose compilation *The Singles* has jumped 42 spots to reach Number 26, previously peaking at Number 2.

MARINA’s album, *PRINCESS OF POWER*, may return to the Top 40 at Number 27 with its deluxe version releasing.
Gary Numan’s *Telekon* is tracking at Number 28 due to a 45th Anniversary Expanded Edition.
The Rifles’ *Unplugged Album Vol. 2* might reach the Top 40 at Number 32.
Passenger’s *One For The Road* is expected to hit Number 37, marking his tenth album accomplishment.

Fans can follow the complete updates of the Official Albums Chart, with the next update expected at 5.45 PM.